Alvin Eugene Craig, Sr., was born on April 17, 1954, in Columbia, South Carolina. He returned to his heavenly home on December 13, 2025, 

When he wasn't working, Gene reveled in the simple pleasures of life. Known as "Peanut Man," he cherished the thrill of a gamecock football games, the rush of a NASCAR race, and the tranquility of fishing on a sunny afternoon. He loved driving his old pickup truck with a lip packed full of chewing tobacco. As a dedicated member of the Taylor Street Baptist Church in West Columbia, Gene's faith was a beacon that guided him through life's triumphs and trials.

Left to cherish his memories is his children, Claire Moreno and Alvin "Bubba" Craig, Jr.; siblings, Raymond Craig, June Fulk (Lee) and Betty Coleman; grandchildren, Allison Craig, Elizabeth Barker, Jordan Riveria (Keith),Tyler Craig, Colby Craig and DJ Criag; and 10 great-grandchildren. 

He was predeceased by his father, Alva Craig; step-mother, Helen Craig; mother, Pauline Todd Estes; step-father, JW Estes; grandson, Russell Lee Barker; and brothers, Pedro Craig and Thomas Craig.

The life of Alvin Craig, Sr. will be honored on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at 11:00 am at Powers Funeral Home, 832 Ridgeway Road, Lugoff, South Carolina, 29078. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.